Li4 Be4 H12
ceramic· Li4 Be4 H12
Li₄Be₄H₁₂ is a complex metal hydride ceramic compound containing lithium and beryllium with hydrogen, representing an experimental material in the family of lightweight metal hydrides. This compound is primarily of research interest for energy storage and hydrogen management applications, where its high hydrogen content per unit mass makes it a candidate for hydrogen storage systems and solid-state battery electrolytes. As a developmental material rather than a commercial product, it offers potential advantages in applications requiring lightweight ceramics with hydrogen-rich chemistry, though processing, thermal stability, and cost remain active areas of investigation.
hydrogen storage researchsolid-state battery materialslightweight aerospace componentsthermal energy storageadvanced ceramics developmentneutron shielding applications
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 33.22 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 29.05 | GPa | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 4.648 | eV | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3160 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.